Brookings County, SD

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In effect from Saturday 06/06 9:43 AM CDT – Sunday 06/07 11:45 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Sioux Falls SD

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota

Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County.

Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Brookings and Hamlin Counties.

What

Minor flooding is occurring.

Where

Big Sioux River near Bruce.

When

Until further notice.

Impacts

At 9.5 feet, The right bank overflows, flooding agricultural lands for as much as 1/4 mile.

Additional Details

- At 8:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM CDT Saturday was 9.3 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov

What to Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional forecast information is available at www.weather.gov/siouxfalls.
The next statement will be issued by Sunday morning.


Areas Impacted

  • Brookings, SD

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home. 

  • If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 
  • If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary. 
  • Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
  • If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.

In effect from Saturday 06/06 9:43 AM CDT – Sunday 06/07 11:45 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Sioux Falls SD

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota

Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County.

Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Brookings and Hamlin Counties.

What

Minor flooding is occurring.

Where

Big Sioux River near Estelline.

When

Until further notice.

Impacts

At 1645.5 feet, widespread flooding of agricultural lands begins.

Additional Details

- At 9:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 1645.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM CDT Saturday was 1645.9 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 1644.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov

What to Do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional forecast information is available at www.weather.gov/siouxfalls.
The next statement will be issued by Sunday morning.


Areas Impacted

  • Brookings, SD
  • Hamlin, SD

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home. 

  • If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 
  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 
  • If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary. 
  • Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
  • If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.

Briefings

No recent briefing available

From the Forecaster

Hotter with Spotty Storm Chances Through Mid-week

Created by the NWS Sioux Falls WFO

Early June heat will begin to build into the region this weekend, with spotty storm chances returning Sunday into Monday. The risk of severe weather during this period is low. Temperatures climb even higher by Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the 90s leading to a moderate to major Heat Risk. Plan now to ensure you have access to adequate cooling. As a cold front moves into this hot and humid air mass, we could see scattered strong to severe storms develop Tuesday night and/or Wednesday.

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